A student HMO refurbishment upgrades a shared house let to students, using hard-wearing finishes and planned around the academic year so the work is finished before the next tenancy starts. Newtownards is 9 miles east of Belfast. We price student HMO refurbishment there against Northern Ireland’s HMO rules and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT16, BT19, BT22 and BT23
- Location
- 9 miles east of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What does student HMO refurbishment in Newtownards involve?
- Broadband and electrics upgrades
- Extra bathroom or ensuites
- Summer works programme agreed in spring
- Robust flooring and wipe-clean paint
- Fire safety checks and upgrades
Which rules apply in Newtownards?
The rules below are the Northern Ireland-wide position for this kind of work. The NI HMO Unit’s standards and licence conditions apply on top, so we always check the address in Newtownards before we price.
- Licences usually last 5 years, and landlords must also register with the NI landlord registration scheme.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
- Doors on protected routes are typically FD30 or FD30S, self-closing on three hinges; emergency lighting is required in HMOs of 4 or more storeys.
- HMO licence conditions require a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years.
How much does student HMO refurbishment cost in Newtownards?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £3,600 – £8,100 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,200 – £16,200 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £4,950 – £8,100 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £720 – £1,800 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,400 – £10,800 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Newtownards can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 2–8 weeks over summer on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Newtownards landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Houses let to students on yearly tenancies
- Houses that need to compete with purpose-built student blocks
Questions about student HMO refurbishment in Newtownards
When should I book a summer student refurbishment?
By spring if you can. The window between tenancies is short and contractors in university towns book up quickly.
Which postcodes in Newtownards do you work in?
All of them, including BT16, BT19, BT22 and BT23, and the surrounding parts of Belfast.
Does a shared house in Newtownards need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people forming more than two households live there as their main home and pay rent. Licensing for every council in Northern Ireland is run by the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council.
How much does student HMO refurbishment cost in Newtownards?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Student HMO refurbishment near Newtownards
- Dundonald · 4 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 5 mi
- Holywood · 6 mi
- Castlereagh · 8 mi
- Belfast · 9 mi
- Carrickfergus · 10 mi
- All of Belfast
Other HMO services in Newtownards
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- Ensuite installation in Newtownards
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Newtownards
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- Full HMO refurbishment in Newtownards
- Fire doors in Newtownards
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